Hyundai unveils the all-new NEXO with 826 km range and 190 kW power

Hyundai Motor presents the new NEXO, a hydrogen SUV with 826 km WLTP range, 190 kW output, and advanced technology, launching globally in early 2026.

The new Hyundai NEXO has become a showcase of the company’s progress in hydrogen technology. The second generation of the crossover, unveiled in Seoul, sets new standards of efficiency, safety, and everyday usability while maintaining a focus on practicality.

Hyundai engineers have redesigned the powertrain almost entirely. The combined system output now reaches 190 kW, and the driving range extends to an impressive 826 kilometers (WLTP)—176 km more than before. A five-minute hydrogen refill is enough to get back on the road, and acceleration to 100 km/h now takes 7.8 seconds, putting the NEXO on par with modern electric SUVs.

Technical innovation is only part of the story. The model features an aerodynamically optimized body, an e-Handling system for dynamic torque control, and the Smart Regenerative System that adjusts braking regeneration according to road conditions. The European version is also the first FCEV to offer towing capability of up to 1,000 kg.

Inside, the new NEXO combines a dual curved display cockpit with the ccNC digital architecture. Equipment includes a Bang & Olufsen audio system, AI-based voice control, digital mirrors, and fingerprint authentication. Sustainability remains central: bio-leather, recycled plastics, and PET fabrics are used throughout the cabin.

Safety builds on a reinforced body structure, nine airbags, an expanded suite of driver-assistance systems, and new-generation high-strength steel. Early assessments suggest that the model is likely to achieve top scores in major global safety programs such as Euro NCAP and IIHS.

German and U.S. media highlight significant improvements in performance and comfort compared to the previous model, though they note that success outside Korea will depend on the expansion of hydrogen refueling networks. Europe currently counts fewer than 300 active stations, with about a third located in Germany.

With nearly three decades of experience in fuel-cell development, Hyundai continues to invest in its HTWO hydrogen brand. A new plant in Ulsan, valued at 930 billion won, along with initiatives in the U.S. and China, signals that hydrogen remains a core pillar of Hyundai’s zero-emission strategy. If infrastructure growth keeps pace, the NEXO could become a cornerstone of the brand’s transition to carbon-free mobility.